East Aiken School Of The Arts
East Aiken School Of The Arts serves 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 45%) for the 2017-18 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 45%) for the 2017-18 school year.
East Aiken School Of The Arts placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2017-18 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 49% (majority Black).
Top Placements
East Aiken School Of The Arts places among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
- Category Attribute
- Percent Eligible For Free Lunch Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 1%)
School Overview
East Aiken School Of The Arts's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-5 |
Total Students | 639 students |
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Total Classroom Teachers | 43 teachers |
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Students by Grade |
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School Comparison
East Aiken School Of The Arts is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,142 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2017-18 school year.
The diversity score of East Aiken School Of The Arts is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2017-2018 School Year Data | This School | State Level (SC) |
Overall Testing Rank | #626 out of 1142 schools (Bottom 50%) | |
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient) | 46% | 45% |
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient) | 37% | 45% |
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Student : Teacher Ratio | 15:1 | 15:1 |
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American Indian | 1% | n/a |
Asian | n/a | 2% |
Hispanic | 7% | 9% |
Black | 50% | 34% |
White | 37% | 51% |
Hawaiian | n/a | n/a |
Two or more races | 5% | 4% |
All Ethnic Groups |
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Diversity Score | 0.61 | 0.62 |
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Eligible for Free Lunch | 100% | 62% |
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16) | 5% | 5% |
School Statewide Testing | View Education Department Test Scores | |
School District Name | Aiken 01 School District |
Source: 2017-2018 (latest school year available) NCES, SC Dept. of Education
Nearby Public Schools
The nearest high school to East Aiken School Of The Arts is Aiken Performing Arts Academy Charter (2.7 miles away)
The nearest middle school and elementary school is Lloyd-kennedy Charter (1.6 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Aiken Lloyd-kennedy Charter Charter School
Grades: 3-8 | 66 students
1.6 miles
130 Avery Lane
Aiken, SC 29802
(803) 644-4824 1.6 3-8 66 - Aiken Schofield Middle School Grades: 6-8 | 492 students
2.1 miles
224 Kershaw Street Northeast
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2770 2.1 6-8 492 - Aiken Aiken Middle School Grades: 6-8 | 495 students
2.2 miles
101 Gator Lane
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2570 2.2 6-8 495 - Aiken North Aiken Elementary School Grades: PK-5 | 456 students
2.3 miles
100 Bears Rock Road
Aiken, SC 29801
(803) 641-2690 2.3 PK-5 456 - Aiken M. B. Kennedy Middle School Grades: 6-8 | 847 students
2.6 miles
274 East Pine Log Road
Aiken, SC 29803
(803) 641-2470 2.6 6-8 847
School Reviews
5 Professionalism at its best! It was trial and error with other schools in Aiken county. We have finally found this amazing group of professionals who love to teach! My only regret is that we didn't get into this school years ago!!! Both my kids are so happy to go to school now. They have zero problems with bullies. They love their specials and are becoming more well rounded! The teachers communicate in a timely manner and you can tell they truly like their jobs and enjoy the kids!! It's a joy to be able to brag about such a great school!! - Posted by Parent - Michelle |
5 I have loved this school since i was in the 4th grade in 1994. Now my son goes to this school and he loves it. He love everything bout it. this is now his last year and he says he doesnt want to leave bc the facilities are great. He loves all the classes. he really love music and art and gym. What more could i or my son say about this school excepet that it is a great school. - Posted by Parent - karen |
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